The 10 Best Dominican Restaurants in America
Dominican food embodies a combination of rich, cultural flavors, from savory dinner dishes to decadent desserts and hearty breakfasts. Dominican restaurants aren’t extremely common in some parts of the US, but there are some cities that offer tasty Dominican fare that will make your dining experience worthwhile. Whether you’re planning a vacation or want to check out some of the restaurants in your area, here are some of the best Dominican restaurants in America.
Sabor Latino
293 Ashmore Ave, Trenton, NJ, 08611
(609) 393-0202
Sabor Latino offers all the mofongo you can eat, especially if you prefer your mofongo topped with seafood and fresh salsa. You can also order the grilled shrimp served with peppers and rice, or the Dominican-style marinated flank steak served with a side of stewed black beans. If you’re dining at Sabor Latino for brunch, try the steak platter served with rice, beans, avocado, and a fried egg. There are also several delicious beverages to choose from, including horchata and passion fruit juice, to quench your thirst and complement your meal.
Yuka Deli
5899 NW 36th St, Virginia Gardens, FL, 33166
(786) 265-0266
Whether you’re craving Dominican food for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Yuka Deli. Breakfast dishes include mangu golpes (mashed plantain) with the side dish of your choice. You can also try the green plantain empanada or Equipe as an appetizer. If you prefer mofongo, you can order it with Dominican sausage, beef, or fried chicken. Dessert options include the arrepa dulce, tres leches cake, habichuelas con dulce, or Dominican cake.
Milly’s Restaurant and Cafe
2742 SW 8th St, Miami, FL, 33135
(305) 541-4122
Start your meal with a small serving of sancocho or chicharron de Pollo (fried chicken pieces). The flank steak is seasoned to perfection as well, which is why it’s one of the most popular items on the menu. You’ll also want to try the cassava empanadas with beef or chicken or the fried plantains filled with seasoned chicken; these make a tasty appetizer, but you can also enjoy them as a main course. The beef and chicken sandwiches are a big hit with diners as well, and the sweet corn custard or sweet red beans make for a perfect ending to your meal.
Asty Time Dominican Restaurant
7340 McGraw St, Detroit, MI, 48210
(313) 285-9390
When you visit Asty Time Dominican Restaurant, you can customize your meal by choosing your entree and side dishes. Select from red snapper, tilapia, shrimp, beef, pork, and chicken. You can select mofongo, deep fried plantain or fried pork belly as a side dish. A fresh side salad with onions and tomatoes is served with each entree, and the mofongon and fried pork skins are served with fresh citrusfor the perfect flavor combination.
La Casa del Mofongo
9441 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20910
(240) 863-3750
If you’re in the Silver Spring area and craving Dominican food, visit La Casa del Mofongo. The mofongo is some of the best in the area, and is served with savory broth and seasoned meat. You’ll also love the chopped chicken served with tostones and fresh lime, and the grilled steak with peppers and white rice is impressive as well. La Casa del Mofongo also has delicious seafood; don’t forget to try the shrimp mofongo with sauteed shrimp and rice in a flavorful sauce.
Los Hermanos
1428 Park Rd NW, Washington, DC, 20010
(202) 483-8235
If you’re looking for authentic Dominican food when you’re visiting DC, check out Los Hermanos. The Arroz con gandules y Lechon is a diner favorite, and you’ll also love the tasty Bandera chicken served with white rice. Los Hermanos also serves a delicious chicken and plantain dish and the chicken soup with fresh veggies is a tasty entree or side dish. You can also order the mofongo with pork rinds or seafood, or try the Dominican breakfast with salami, fried cheese, and pickled onions. All the desserts are home-style, so if you’ve got a sweet tooth, try the tres leches cake or the decadent Dominican cake.
Cibao Restaurant
72 Clinton St, New York, NY, 10002
(212) 228-0703
If you’re in the mood for a hearty serving of beans, rice and meat seasoned to perfection, you’ll love the menu options at New York’s Cibao Restaurant. In addition to filling entrees, the eatery also offers several delicious salads, like lobster salad and shrimp salad with tomato and avocado. Cibao also serves a roast pork sandwich that is one of the tastiest in the city. Finish your meal with a decadent dessert such as flan, quesillo, or rice pudding.
Ajo Y Oregano
1556 White Plains Rd, Bronx, NY, 10462
(347) 657-1201
Ajo Y Oregano offers some of the most flavorful Dominican food in New York. The chicken guisado, a hearty chicken stew, is a favorite among diners, and the stew is available with beef as well. The restaurant offers different delicious entrees each day of the week, so if you visit the eatery on Monday, you can enjoy the sancocho with white rice, and if you stop by on Wednesday, berenjenas asadas (roasted eggplant) is the lunch or dinner entree. You can also stop by Ajo Y Oregano in the morning for a traditional Dominican breakfast of fried, cheese, salami, and eggs.
Bachata Breeze Restaurant
5773 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, FL 32822
(407) 275-2996
When you’re in Orlando, stop by Bachata Breeze Restaurant for a filling Dominican meal. The Picadera Bachata Breeze is one of hte most popular items on the menu; the sample platter features fried beef, mofongo balls, tostones, and fried chicken. The restaurant also offer an impressive roast pork entree, or you can order chicken flavorful wings served with mild, picante, or blue cheese. If you’re in the mood for empanadas, you can order these delicious pastries filled with chicken, beef, or cheese, served with a delicious dipping sauce. The restaurant also offers several tasty rice dishes that you can order with shrimp or lobster for a filling lunch or dinner.
Cafe Citron
1343 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 530-8844
Cafe Citron is home to the Mambo Combo, which is seasoned seafood topped with fresh herbs and served with fluffy white rice. The empanadas served with garlic sauce are delicious as well, and the fajita meal with fresh veggies is as colorful as it is tasty. If you’re a fan of seafood, you’ll love the grilled salmon with butter garlic mayo served with mashed potatoes and steamed veggies. Cafe Citron also offers other dishes that are popular in other Caribbean and Latin American countries, such as chimichangas and Bolivian potato cakes.
